Alta Loma Christian School features an outstanding, rigorous academic program in the context of a distinctly biblical worldview, for 3-year-old preschool through 8th grade.
Dually and fully accredited by ACSI and WASC, Nationally-Distinguished Model School for Reading (2014).
A leading-edge, faith-based STEM school, ALCS became one of the first schools in California to teach computer coding to all students, PK through 8th Grade (began 2015-2016).
Safe, secure, gated campus, with state-of-the-art 24/7/365 video security system.
Selected the Best Private School in the Inland Empire by the editorial board of Inland Empire Magazine (2024).
Selected an Inland Empire Best of the Best Private School annually since 2016-2017 school year
Selected an Inland Empire Innovation Best Schools and Colleges recipient annually since the inception of the recognition program in the 2018-2019 school year
Selected one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Empire (Decemebr 2023)
Middle school STEM Space Science and Engineering Team placed robotic software experiments on the International Space Station in 2017 and 2018, via SpaceX and Quest for Space; ALCS' third history-making STEM experiment traveled to the ISS in fall 2019
ALCS has won multiple international STEM competition championships since 2022.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,000
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Alta Loma Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning challenges
Year Founded
1980
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
Student Body
Total Students
305 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
73%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
18 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Please see our website for a detailed list of tuition rates.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Please see our website for summer rates.
% on Financial Aid
10%
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Clarissa Martin
Admissions Associate
Ms. Laura Jedlick
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Chosen Girls- Bible Study, Spanish Explorers, STEM Program - Aerospace Engineering, STEM Program - International STEM Competition Teams, STEM Program - Robotic Applications, STEM Program - Software Engineering, Success through Chess, The Bridge - Bible Study for boys
Arts and Music Programs:
Dance & Sacred Dance, Joyful Song Choir, Meet the Masters Art Program, Music Lessons, Worship Band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Interscholastic Sports, Intramural Sports
School Notes
- "21st Century Skills. 1st Century Faith. Alta Loma Christian School."
- Selected the Best Private School in the Inland Empire for the editorial board of Inland Empire Magazine (2024)
- Selected an Inland EmpireBest of the Best Private Schoolannually since the 2015-2016 school year.
- Selected Inland Empire Innovation Best Schools and Colleges honoree since inception of the recognition in 2018-2019 school year
- Selected an Inland Empire Best Places to Work (December 2023)
- "Not just a school you attend. A family you belong to. Alta Loma Christian School. Welcome home!"
- *Dually and Fully Accredited by ASCI and WASC*
- *Test Scores in the Top 10% of the Nation*
- Faith-based STEM school
- Small Class Sizes
- Qualified, Professional, Caring, Accessible Christian Teachers
- Biblical, Christian Wordlview, Biblically-Integrated Curriculum
- Character Development
- Weekly Chapel
- Safe, Secure, Gated, Video-Monitored Campus
- Accelerated Reader and Accelerated Math
- Adaptive Standardized Testing
- Leading-Edge Computer and Technology Program for All Students
- Computer Coding Taught at All Grade Levels, Preschool-8th Grade
- STEM team placed robotic software experiments on the Internaitonal Space Station in 2017 and 2018 via SpaceX and Quest for Space Project, and another external ISS experiment in 2019
- ALCS has won multiple international STEM competition championships since 2022.
- The Eagle Center for Creativity and Innovation (TECCI) founded in 2015 as a catalyst and incubator for new student endeavors in Arts & Sciences
- Library, Bible, Music, Spanish (Middle School), Art, and Physical Education
- Large Athletic Field and Multiple Playgrounds
- After-School Sports, incluidng Interscholastic Athletics
- Before and After School Care
- Summer Program blends Academics and Activities
- School Uniforms
- Approved to issue I-20s, International Student Program
- Beautiful View of the San Gabriel Mountains
- Multiple Carson National Scholar Award Recipients
- Numerous After School Activities and ACSI Student Activities/Events
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Alta Loma Christian School cost?
Alta Loma Christian School's tuition is approximately $9,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Alta Loma Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Alta Loma Christian School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
Does Alta Loma Christian School offer a summer program?
Yes, Alta Loma Christian School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Alta Loma Christian School offer?
Alta Loma Christian School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Dance, Flag Football, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Alta Loma Christian School's ranking?
Alta Loma Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Alta Loma Christian School?
The application deadline for Alta Loma Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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